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Signs and Symptoms of Weight Gain
If you've ever noticed your pants feeling a little bit tighter, or your shirt becoming more snug around your stomach, chances are you're gaining weight. Although minor fluctuations of 1 to 2 pounds per day are normal in most people, a consistent rise in weight for an extended period of time is a cause for concern.
Causes of Obesity or Weight Gain
The most common cause of weight gain is consuming too much fat and not doing enough exercise to burn off the excess calories. What typically leads us to gain weight and become obese are imbalances in the mind and body:- Physical Imbalance: stored toxins in our digestive tract can drain our energy and cause us to eat stimulating foods such as sugar that can lead to weight gain.
- Nutritional Imbalance: eating foods that don't provide the body with the essential nutrients that it needs to function optimally.
- Mental and Emotional Imbalance: indulging in excess food is often used to overcome uncomfortable feelings in our daily lives, such as stress and anxiety.
Other less common reasons for weight gain include the following:
- A genetic predisposition to store excess calories as fat.
- Dieting, which slows our metabolism since the body thinks it is starving, causing us to easily gain weight when we begin eating again.
- Medications, such as birth control pills or anti-depressants, are known to cause weight gain.
- Fluid retention, which can be caused by heart, liver, or kidney disease. This sort of weight gain requires the attention of a doctor.
Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Weight Loss
Lose Weight Using Apple Cider Vinegar
Many people have found that Apple Cider Vinegar is a wonderful
natural remedy for weight loss. Some research suggests that apple cider vinegar increase our metabolism, which
helps us burn more calories even when we are resting. Therefore a simple weight loss home remedy is the following:
- Mix 2 teaspoons of organic apple cider vinegar to 16 oz. of water.
- Take a few sips of this mixture throughout the day (don't drink it all at once).
Weight Loss Using Evening Primrose Oil
Similar to Apple Cider Vinegar, Evening Primrose Oil can help stimulate our metabolism and cause our body to burn more calories.
Therefore, a simple remedy to promote weight loss is to take a capsule of Evening Primrose Oil once per day followed by a daily 20-minute cardiovascular exercise routine.
Green Tea and Caffeine for Weight Loss
Research has found that the combination of Green Tea and Caffeine can help to boost our metabolism as well as help to suppress our appetites.
Therefore, an effective remedy for weight loss is to take a Green Tea supplement which contains 50mg of Caffeine and 90mg of EGCG (the active ingredient in Green Tea) three times per day (once before each meal).
Combine this with a 30-minute exercise routine three times per week (10 minutes of light weights followed by 20 minutes of cardio).
There is some evidence that suggests individuals can lose up to 2.5 pounds per week using this combination of exercise and supplements.
Drinking Fruit Smoothies to Promote Weight Loss
A daily fruit smoothie for breakfast is a fantastic way to restore balance and promote weight loss.
By choosing the right ingredients, you can easily create a drink which provides a total infusion
of essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein, and fatty acids that also tastes delicious and prevents food cravings.
An excellent smoothie can be created by mixing the following ingredients in a blender until smooth:
An excellent smoothie can be created by mixing the following ingredients in a blender until smooth:
- 1 cup of rice milk
- 1 cup of soy milk
- 1 cup of orange juice
- 1 banana
- 4 strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon of aloe juice
- 1 tablespoon of concentrated black cherry juice
- 1 teaspoon of raw, organic bee pollen
- 1 tablespoon of flaxseed oil
Exercise to Promote Weight Loss
One of the best ways to promote weight loss is by becoming active and exercising for at least 30 minutes per day.
Brisk walking, jogging, biking, or using indoor machines such as elliptical bikes are excellent ways to burn off excess calories.
Adding some weight training to your exercise routine is also highly recommended, since increasing
muscle mass helps to increase our metabolism, which allows us to burn more calories while we are at rest.
Regular exercise also helps to reduce stress and depression, which are both common causes of weight gain.
Note: if you have not exercised regularly for a while, it is best to consult your doctor before beginning a new training program.
Note: if you have not exercised regularly for a while, it is best to consult your doctor before beginning a new training program.
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Reader Comments
Posted by Jugno on Nov 04 2009 08:29:06
I am start taking 2 teaspoon coconut oil and 2 tablespoon apple vinegar 2 time a day for weight loss.I hope it woll work.
Posted by Anonymous on Oct 15 2009 19:17:02
Swati, Try buying ACV from a health food store. The Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with a pH level of 5 to 7 and the mother at the bottom of the bottle is effective for weight loss and so many other problems. You can find health benefits of ACV by following the apple cider vinegar link in the remedies section. It's works great!
Posted by Becki on Oct 13 2009 17:38:37
As far as weight loss goes, every single person is different. So what works for one, might not work for another. I have 2 kids, a 3 year old, and a 1 year old...I am now needing to shed the last of the baby weight. At first it was hard, but I have been eating SMALLER meals, walking, and drinking 1/2 my body weight in ounces of water (which you should do anyway). And I am seeing the pounds fall off. Not like 10 at a time, but a few here and there. eating healthy and exercise is the key, but good luck with any otehr way you want to try.
Posted by Becki on Oct 13 2009 17:30:00
ACV us apple cider vinegar, you can buy this at any grocery store.
Posted by swati on Oct 12 2009 12:24:36
hi,
what is acv. & how can i get this? & is there any side effects of this? & how how i\\'ll loose my weight in 1 week?
Posted by sadia on Oct 05 2009 10:39:58
I want to loss weight plz let me know how can I combine ACV and cocconet oil. Can I use them togther.
Posted by jake on Oct 05 2009 08:34:57
if the more muscle you have increases your metabolism, wouldnt that make it impossible for body builders to keep there figure? they would have to eat a rediculous amount of calories so they didnt shrink. i think it should say lean muscle mass, which in turn increases endurance, and resting metabolism
Posted by Jawairia on Oct 03 2009 16:23:45
Re: Exactly how much Braggs apple cider vinegar do I mix with water?
Mix 2 teaspoons of organic apple cider vinegar to 16 oz. of water. Also check out the remedy posted above to find out more about weight loss with Apple Cider Vinegar!
Posted by Kim on Oct 03 2009 07:06:03
Exactly how much Braggs apple cider vinegar do I mix with water? Thanks
Posted by rashmi on Sep 30 2009 15:28:21
i want to know how much water shud i take to mix ACV? what type of water warm or cold?
shud i take it before tea also?
plz reply me soon. if it make my teeth yellow thn what shud i do???
Posted by Nicole on Sep 12 2009 19:03:18
You know if you all really want to lose weight... weight watchers is what does it. im 19 and i weighed 181 when i started weight watchers in march 09. in 6 weeks i was down to 165. then i just got side tracked and stopped all together. but right now i am down to 150 and did all that on my own. So everyone your best bet is to do weight watchers. Also this may sound crazy but when you are working out wrap plastic wrap around your stomach area... i was going into military and had to get my weight down for the requirements and I was doing that and you wouldnt believe the amount you sweat and burn off. Good Luck to you all
Posted by jenny v on Sep 06 2009 13:52:55
Hi it all seems good to hear that coconut oil and apple cider vinegar will work but real and truly nothing works you will all try these things and than gain it all back. I know it\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s a shame what women and some go through to look slimmer!!!! all I know is I have tried everything and some has work and yes I have gain most or all back, exercise does work but you can hit a Plato and get discouraged. and stress does not help either well once you have lost the weight you need to exercise and stick to it.
Posted by jyoti on Sep 03 2009 01:13:28
waht is apple cider vinegar? pls let me know is this really useful in weight loss - this is available easily in the market . ow much qty can w etake in a day for how much time ? pls advise
Posted by jyoti on Sep 03 2009 01:10:08
I'm 29 years old and want to reduce my thighs part. please help me out how to get rid of it?
Posted by kizzy kate on Aug 29 2009 20:33:41
Loose weight by eating less and walking more.If eating less makes those hunger pains unbearable, eat very very small amounts more often. Overloading your stomach all at one sitting is unhealthy,not to mention you feel horrible.All of these gimmicks out there is not a long term solution.We all know what it takes to loose the weight.It is not easy but it is very possible. Good Luck.
Posted by Dawn on Aug 26 2009 17:13:18
ACV - I have been using ACV (Braggs) since the beginning of July and dropped about 7 pounds the first 3 weeks. I found it to be a great appetite suppressant but after about 5 weeks I got use to it and gained like 5lbs back - I am still taking the ACV everyday - but I have mixed feelings about this remedy. I saw some posts on coconut oil and I will most likely give that a shot - as long as it\\'s natural I am OK with trying it out for weightloss and appetite suppresant.
Posted by kim on Aug 26 2009 09:42:30
hi i need to to know if the plain vinegar will work to loose weight instead of apple cinder vinegar
Posted by sana on Aug 25 2009 03:42:54
i realy wanna know tht ACV works for weight loss?.i desperetly wana lose weight ,my height is 5'6" n weight is 64..i tried many things but didnt get any result im almost give up..anyone can help me...
Posted by Makabelo Motete on Aug 21 2009 11:46:36
I just bought apple cider vinegar.im gona try it out for weight loss.and please anything else that u can recommend,please e mail me.the cheaper the better
Posted by deepa on Aug 18 2009 03:03:02
Hi! Will plain white vinegar with warm water daily in morning help in reducing fat?
Posted by liz on Aug 06 2009 15:12:38
HI i have been taking ACV for about a week now have not lost any weight so far but my skin has cleared up alot i have not broken out and my blemishes are gone,i also feel more energy and i use the bathroom alot more.I've also been very depressed the past year and i noticed my attitude has changed am more positive and focused.
Posted by vandy on Aug 03 2009 05:31:29
how many days have to drink mixture of water & apple cider vinegar for weight loos.
Posted by pooja on Aug 01 2009 10:45:05
i am 24 years old and want to reduce my tummy and thighs part. please help me out how to get rid of it?
Posted by mukesh1964 on Jul 31 2009 22:04:24
i want to know if taking coconut oil twice a day is really help you loosing weight.I seriously want to try this.Some body help please.
Posted by Bernadette on Jul 29 2009 13:15:41
I did the following for one month and lost 15 pounds.
Drink only water,nothing els.
Take one tablespoon of raw extra virgin certified organic undeoderizer unprocessed unrefined unheated coconut oil. Get it in capsel or solid at GNC or a health store for about 16.00.
Take two tablespoons of organic applecider vineger with the mother or the capsuls befor every meal.
Take one capsul of cyanne pepper befor every meal. Hot spices raises metabolism.
Try it. Allthis and much more in the book. More Natural Cures Revealed by Kevin Trudeau
Posted by BethKalfa on Jul 14 2009 22:36:21
In response to the oolong tea comment...I would like to suggest that you read this article.
http://www.teamuse.com/article_060601.html
Posted by jenifer on Jul 14 2009 16:49:05
drink oolong tea everyday and youll lose 5lbs in a week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
Posted by Jawairia on Jun 19 2009 19:43:46
Hi Seema,
Coconut Oil taste can be masked by adding it to milk shake or mixing it with your favourite salad dressing.
Posted by Jay on Jun 19 2009 19:18:44
Hi Sandra,
ACV is a great remedy for losing weight by burning fat and calories. The scientific explanation of this action of Vinegar lies in the fact that it can absorb the food fat before it reaches to abdomen for digestion. There these food particles are disintegrated into smaller pieces and get assimilated with the body mass, providing the energy for carrying out the various metabolic activities. Since a major chunk of this food is already absorbed, excess carbohydrates cannot get accumulated as body fat. You can always take a tablet of ACV supplement before every meal if you don't like the taste of ACV in water. It WORKS!!
Posted by sandra w. goodman on Jun 19 2009 17:15:27
does this really work?
2 tsp. of apple cider vinegar w/16 oz. of h20 and drink thru out the day?
will you lose fat?
Posted by seema on Jun 05 2009 05:00:39
cocunut oil is having very bad taste how can we drink it can somebody help me?
Posted by seema on Jun 05 2009 04:58:03
cocunut oil is having very taste how can anyone drink it.can onyone help me plz.
Posted by Bernadette on Apr 06 2009 13:02:52
First thing in the morning have warm water with limejuice and honey excellent for weight loss
Posted by yahiya on Mar 28 2009 00:23:49
Drink warm water add 2 spoon of white honey or normal honey in it and take in empty stomach in morning before break fast. hope this may help in losing ur weights
Posted by DeeDee on Feb 24 2009 16:35:21
yes as a matter of fact,I have the coconut oil,but i only use it on my hair....i will start taking it shortly.The vinegar i also heard is very good.I will try that for weigth loss and let you know
Posted by amina on Feb 01 2009 19:18:03
coconut oil can bought from any asian/indian grocery store.
eat less pasta, noodles,rice. drink 2 glasses of water or very diluted drink on empty stomach before any meal as this helps you eat less, plenty of exercise or even jogging in you living room/garden. raise ur arms up while you are running forward+raise them down while you are running backwards(living room exercise only)always remember to be happy. i followed these and lost 7lb in 2 weeks. hope it helps
Posted by Sheila on Jan 19 2009 22:01:55
I think I am noticing a difference in the short time that I have used apple cider vinegar. I\\'m not sure where to get coconut oil.
Posted by Melanie on Jan 11 2009 18:43:13
taking a tablespoon of coconut oil twice a day (or putting that amount in a smoothie and other recipies) will make you lose weight. it works like magic, i swear.
also, avoiding potatoes and wheat will make you lose more, and keep it off. high fructose corn syrup is a no-no as well, and diet products, since they are both designed to make people gain weight.
Posted by Diane on Jan 05 2009 22:51:07
WATER IS GOOD FOR WEIGHT LOSS, HOWEVER, IF YOU INCREASE YOUR WATER INTAKE YOU ALSO HAVE TO INCREASE YOUR SALT INTAKE OR YOU WILL GET BAD LEG CRAMPS.